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“A film about autism seen from the inside outward. . . . we get a sense of varied experience, of humor and of desire. . . . The point . . . is that we are all on some sort of spectrum . . . each with a uniquely wired brain and an individual way of interpreting the world and coping with it, and each with a gift.”—Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times/Chicago Tribune“If you're close to someone with autism (as I am), the fascinating PBS film Neurotypical is a must-see. . . . I’m going to get hold of a digital copy and show it to my son when he’s a couple of years older.” —Andrew O’Hehir, Salon“While so many discussions of the disorder focus on heartache, Neurotypical discusses life from the point of view of autistic people. And their take on normal, or ‘neurotypical,’ society is quite remarkable, revealing and even funny.”—Kevin McDonough, United Feature Syndicate“Neurotypical shatters any preconceived notions about autism and autistics. It’s a documentary that doesn’t overstep its intelligence and makes a statement without a soapbox.”—Daniel Engelke, Film Monthly“A fascinating POV documentary.” —Chuck Barney, Contra Costa Times/McClatchy“The film addresses not only how people with autism relate to the world but how others relate to them.”—Tribune Media Services“Of the [autism] overviews, one of the two best I’ve seen is Neurotypical. . . . giving a voice to people with the condition who see autism not as a disability but as a difference to be proud of.”—Leslie Felperin, The Guardian“A groundbreaking documentary. . . . Is it possible that that what is traditionally considered a handicap may be part of the collective human condition as we evolve? . . . A unique look at autism and what it means to the people who have it.”—Lisa King, The Washington Times“The film raises questions and offers insights into perceptions of ‘normal’ brain functioning.” —News & Observer, Raleigh, N.C.“An eye-opening documentary.”—The Week“A documentary that is sad and joyful and hopeful and heartbreaking.”—Rick Ellis, Open Air, Twin Cities Public Television*read the full reviews to these and more in our Press section!

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One Week Away...

Neurotypical will have it's national broadcast premiere on Monday, July 29, at 10 p.m., as part of the 26th season of the award-winning PBS series P.O.V.!AND don't forget! Neurotypical streams for free on POV’s website, pbs.org/pov/neurotypical, from July 30 to Aug. 29.